How to pronounce Kampala
Say it like kum-PAH-luh. Kampala has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PAH).
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US American/kəmˈpɑlə/kum-PAH-luh
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- kum
- PAH
- luh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Kampala pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- kumKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- PAHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- luhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
What does Kampala mean?
proper noun
- The capital of, and largest city in, Uganda.
Where does Kampala come from?
From a Bantu language; precise etymology uncertain.
Words that rhyme with Kampala
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of Kampala.
Questions about saying Kampala
How do you pronounce Kampala?
Say kum-PAH-luh. The American pronunciation is /kəmˈpɑlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Kampala?
Kampala has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PAH). Broken into parts: kum · PAH · luh.